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The elbow is one of the largest joints in the body, connecting the bones of the forearm (radius and ulna) to the upper arm bone (humerus) through a network of ligaments and muscles. Offering structure and durability, the elbow also allows for a great deal of range of motion.

However, because it is one of the most frequently exercised and most stressed joints, it is also prone to injury, such as hyperextension and fractures, as well as orthopaedic conditions, such as osteoarthritis and bursitis.

Common ailments of the elbow include, but are not limited to:

Bursitis

Golfer’s elbow

Tennis elbow

Osteoarthritis

Dislocation

Fracture

The most common causes of pain in the elbow are sudden or acute injuries, followed by overuse injuries which cause inflammation over time and can become extremely uncomfortable. Most chronic conditions afflicting the elbow, such as elbow osteoarthritis, typically affect people who already have a history of elbow injuries.

Lingering elbow pain generally isn’t serious, but because of the joint’s frequency of use, it certainly has the potential to disrupt your lifestyle, cause considerable pain, and restrict you from participating in activities you enjoy.

Our elbow doctors at Tidewater Orthopaedics understand that elbow pain can make simple, everyday tasks challenging, but rest assured, the Tidewater Orthopaedics elbow doctors are committed to developing customized treatment plans to accommodate your individual condition and get you back to your active lifestyle quickly and safely.

Why choose Tidewater Orthopaedics?

With years of experience and advanced training devoted to the orthopaedic care of the elbow, our esteemed elbow specialists at Tidewater Orthopaedics are unparalleled experts in accurately diagnosing and effectively treating elbow injuries and conditions.